Roseburg, OR

Oregon

Roseburg is a small city in Oregon with a population of 23,773. Residents earn $52,928 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
23,773 Population 2,207/sq mi density
$52,928 Median Income $27,994 per capita
$266,600 Home Value $357,760 Zillow
$1,015 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
241 Violent Crime/100K 5,685 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,928 median income, 2.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$266,600 home value, $1,015/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
241 violent crimes/100K (37% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,928
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $266,600
5% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 241/100K
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,015
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

How Roseburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population23,773
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density2,207/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,928
Per Capita$27,994
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$5,360M
Commute14 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$266,600
Rent$1,015
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$357,760

Crime

F
Violent241/100K
Property5,685/100K
Murder9.1/100K
Assault91/100K
Burglary641/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Elevation478 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute14 min
EV Stations28
Libraries7

Is Roseburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roseburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Roseburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roseburg is $52,928, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roseburg is $266,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,015 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Roseburg is below the national average at 241 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,685 per 100,000, 190% above the national average.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Roseburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Roseburg has a population of 23,773 with a density of 2,207 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

23,773
Total Population
2,207
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Roseburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roseburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roseburg is $52,928, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Roseburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,928
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,994
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$65,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,503
County GDP$5,360M

Business (County)

Restaurants275
Healthcare326
Retail395
Manufacturing131

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,648
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.7 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Roseburg is $266,600, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,015 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,760.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,600
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$357,760
Median List Price$345,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$345,000
$/Sq Ft$232
Homes Sold22
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops38.6%
Inventory83

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,015
13% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,448

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,648
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Roseburg, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Roseburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma13.5%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death10,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access49.6%
Healthcare Facilities326
Roseburg has a violent crime rate of 241 per 100,000 residents, 37% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,685 per 100,000 (190% above US avg). The murder rate is 9.1 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Roseburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent241.1/100K
37% below US avg
Murder9.1/100K
44% above US avg
Rape59.1/100K
Robbery81.9/100K
Assault91.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,685.4/100K
190% above US avg
Burglary641.3/100K
Theft4,739.4/100K
Vehicle Theft304.7/100K
Arson18.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Roseburg has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation478 ft (146 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (27.9 km²)
Population Density2,207/sq mi
Coordinates43.2236°N, 123.3520°W
County FIPS41019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 37.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,207/sq mi
Total Area10.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations28
Alt Fuel Stations30
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants275
Retail Stores395

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.7 min
Work from Home8.4%

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